Mission Stories
Get insights on having a powerful and successful full-time LDS mission. This podcast shares inspiring stories and practical principles for embracing this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, overcoming challenges, and building a strong foundation for lifelong discipleship. Faith-promoting stories and lessons from real full-time LDS mission experiences to inspire and teach. Based on The Mission Prep Series by Shawn Record.
Podcasting since 2025 • 20 episodes
Mission Stories
Latest Episodes
The Word Of God Answers All Questions - Shawn and Lauren
In this call-back episode Shawn speaks with Sister Lauren Hendricks shortly after her return from her mission, highlighting her struggle to find purpose post-mission. The episode's central principle is "The Word of God Answers Every Q...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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53:32
Earn Your Pillow, Be all in - Birmingham England - Elder Brayden Hendricks
This episode features a candid conversation with Elder Brayden Hendricks, who has just returned from his mission in England, Birmingham. Shawn, who has known Brayden and his "triplet" sister, Lauren, since high school, explores the pivot...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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44:02
The GOAT of Service Missions - Elder Mason Thundstrom
This episode of the "Mission Stories Podcast" features Elder Mason Thunstrom, a returned missionary who initially served in the Chile Santiago West mission before returning home due to health challenges to serve as a full-time service...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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1:02:01
How To Serve (And Crush) A Covid Mission - Elder Ryan Mcdowell
This episode we talk with Elder Ryan McDowell, a returned missionary who served an "unconventional" mission during the COVID-19 pandemic. The episode delves into the principle of choosing to be "hot" (committed and active) over "...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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47:44
The Spirit and Power Through Witnessing - Elder Thacker Jackson
In this episode, Shawn sits down with the "giddy" Thacker Jackson, who is eagerly preparing for his mission to the Georgia Atlanta North Mission, Spanish speaking, commencing in October. This conversation delves deep into the journey of ...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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55:28
